About this Research Topic
The process of nutrient absorption primarily takes place in the small intestine. Nutrient bioavailability within the food matrix, as well as the human microbiota profile, are major factors in the effectiveness of this absorption process. With this in mind, alteration to the microbiota profile can be a method of relieving malnutrition. Probiotics are a key way to impact and improve the gut microbiome. Probiotics can also be added to foods themselves, such as via processes of fermentation, which is another potential way to increase nutrient bioavailability and decrease the potential harm produced by xenobiotic, pathogens, and mycotoxins.
This Research Topic aims to collect scientific papers that elucidate how probiotics can be used in different biotechnological techniques to improve the bioavailability of nutrients in the food matrix, as well as how probiotics can improve gut health and ensure maximum absorption of nutrients. We invite scientists and experts to submit their original research, review, or mini-review articles on subtopics including, but not limited to:
• the influence of probiotics—and food processing techniques that involve probiotics—on the bioavailability of nutrients;
• the impact of probiotics and gut microbiota on nutrient absorption;
• consumer behavior, health impact, the economy (food market, health care systems)
• technological aspects regarding foods containing probiotics and fermented foods
• benefits of fermented foods
Keywords: probiotics, macronutrient, micronutrients, fementation, biodisponibility, bioaccessibility, gut microbiota, gut health, biotechnology, nutrition, food processing
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